Legionary (Kizlyar, black blade)
Description
A Kizlyar knife, a renowned Dagestani company, designed for users who appreciate a substantial weight in their hand. A massive, wide "drop point" blade with a false edge from the top and a concave grind starting about 1.5 cm from the edge. A metal guard typical of Russian combat knives. A massive leather handle (leather rings threaded onto the tang) with a round cross-section, topped with a metal pommel. At the base of the blade, on one side, the inscription"Legionnaire"and the manufacturer's logo, on the other "Kizlyar Made inRussia"
Kizlyar from Dagestan is one of several Russian knife manufacturers known widely beyond the borders of Russia. Kizlyar prides itself on combining the old traditions of Caucasian craftsmen specializing in the production of edged weapons and new production technologies.
Overall length: 272mm
Blade length: 158mm
Blade thickness (max.):4,4mm
Handle length:114mm
Stainless steel(AUS-8) with a hardness of 57-59 HRC
Black leather sheath.
Manufacturer: Kizlyar company, Dagestan, Russian Federation